# Outside the Box (Community Cafe), Ilkley — Reviews & Opening Hours > Outside the Box (Community Cafe) — Cafe in Ilkley with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 255 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ilkley/restaurants/outside-the-box-community-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Outside the Box (Community Cafe) South Hawksworth Street, Ilkley [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16574548329295232725&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Outside the Box (Community Cafe)](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108797951444298556636) **In short:** Outside the Box (Community Cafe) is a cafe in Ilkley, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 255 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Outside the Box (Community Cafe) Outside the Box is a community cafe in the Victorian Arcade on South Hawksworth Street. The kitchen serves breakfast items including eggs benedict and gluten-free cake, alongside sandwiches and paninis. The cafe has ample seating and is suited to children and larger groups. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. Staff are noted for friendly, professional service. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Outside the Box (Community Cafe)'s own website](http://www.outsidetheboxcafe.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ## What's nearby - The Lister Arms next door - Pizza Palazzo next door - The Box Tree Restaurant next door - Ilkley Manor House next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious breakfast items, including eggs benedict and gluten-free cake, and its wide selection of sandwiches and paninis. They also highlight the comfortable and inclusive atmosphere, with plenty of seating and a strong community vibe. Guests mention the friendly and professional staff, who provide excellent service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (255 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Ilkley Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1399006). [More restaurants in Ilkley](https://staycation.co.uk/ilkley/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (255 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](http://www.outsidetheboxcafe.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01943 431173](tel:01943431173) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ilkley **Plus Code** 9C5WW5GF+9R ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ilkley Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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